The History and Meaning of the Spurrs
The Spurrs name carries a rich and proud legacy. In 2011, a heartbreaking car accident took the life of 13-year-old Tyler Spurrell, a dedicated soccer player with the PCSPSA who had a deep love for the sport. His friends, teammates, coaches, and teachers affectionately called him 'T-Spurr.' Mr. Dave Bartlett, who was both Tyler's coach and favorite homeroom teacher (and the one who gave him that nickname), made sure that Tyler's passion for soccer would be remembered by naming our Metro League after him as the 'Spurrs.' During the 2023-2024 season, with the introduction of the club's PYL program, Tyler's legacy continued to be honored, as the program was named in his memory as well. Players had the opportunity to represent the Spurrs and carry Tyler's name not just in the Metro area but throughout the province. One of the fields in Voisey's Brook Park has been dedicated to T-Spurr and is now proudly called Tyler Spurrell Soccer Field. Our players wear the Spurrs colors with immense pride, reflecting the same passion that Tyler had.
